Easy Soft Pretzels

These super easy pretzels were a hit with my family! I guess next time I need to make a double batch because they went quick!

Ingredients:
Coarse salt
1 tbs sugar
6 tbs baking soda
2 tbs canola oil
1 cup warm water
1 pk active dry yeast
2 1/2 cups all purpose flour

Instructions:
In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water for about 10 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups of the flour, oil, and sugar. Beat for about three minutes to make smooth. Gradually stir in enough of the flour to make a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for about five minutes, adding flour to keep it from getting sticky.

Place dough in a greased bowl and cover. Let rise for one hour. Punch down after the hour and place on a floured surface. Divide evenly into 12 round, smooth balls. Stretch each piece into a smooth 18 inch rope. Form into a pretzel form. Let rise uncovered on a greased baking sheet for about 25 minutes.

In a stainless steel pot, boil water and the baking soda. Carefully drop each pretzel into the boiling water for ten seconds, turn and do the same to the other side. With a slotted spoon, remove the pretzel and place back on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with coarse salt.

When all pretzels are ready, place in a preheated 425 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.